The File LockerLock files on your iPhone follow on twitter @thefilelocker

Here’s a few comments from some the users.

From Loopguy99 on iTunes

If you want a basic password-protected folder then this is your ap. Thnx. Wish there is an option to return the file to it’s original folder if u change ur mind. It would have garnered 5 stars if it is included in the files one can browse from when looking to attach a pic to an email or text.

Our response… [ your request is on the list...]

From Norman iTunes

This application is exactly what I needed! It allows me to keep my private information PRIVATE!! I do however have one request for the developer for the next ‘update’. Would it be possible to allow the “Swipe” feature while looking at pictures? It is a little confusing to have to go back to the menu page each time you want to look at a different picture. Other than that…. this App is PERFECT!!!!!

Our response… [ your request is on the list... not sure if this will make the next release but soon for sure]

It’s always good to read the feedback from the users. As a result the app improves and provides a better experience for everyone. I read all the comments on thefilelocker.com web site, iTunes and emails. Everything is taking into consideration and more often than not suggestions are implemented. Some of the features that have been suggested:

1. movie save and playback
2. notes feature

So if you have a comment or feature request send a message… then leave an iTunes rating or review.

So happy to say that this was a very fast turn around on the review and approval process. Less than 10 days…

So this means that the new functionality is now ready and the Cloud service is ready for use.

Whats new for 1.3

AddFileView
- Support for MOV/M4V/MP4/MP3 files
- support for thefilelocker.com cloud service
DisplayFileView
- movie file play

Download from our cloud service.
The most important part in the “Cloud Service”. This basically means that if you need to get a file into File Locker then upload to our server, where you’ll be given an anonymous short url like “jk3er.jpg”, that you enter into the relevant screen in the app and the file will be downloaded to your device and removed from the server.

This is a new feature that will lead to other options in the new future.
More information when details are finalised.

If you haven’t got The File Locker go get it.

File Locker Free gets an update as well. In the new version of our free app you’ll get the create and edit text file feature. This is very handy to create those lists of things you want but not allow anyone to be able to see. These updates are only a few weeks away.

For all the users of File Locker either the free or paid versions, it would be very appreciated if you could leave some feedback and a rating on iTunes.

There are well over 5000 users of the app in both versions.

A small request to help us out.

We also welcome feedback to the website via the contact form or via twitter now so you can follow us on twitter to get the latest news from the dev team.

So here for comment page

or here for @thefilelocker on twitter
Thanks

A quick note to mention that thefilelocker now has a specific twitter account where there will be updates and tips posted for the best ways to use The File Locker, it’s hoped that user will offer feedback and suggestions as well. so head over to Twitter and follow @thefilelocker.

The next version 1.3 for the paid app in now in review by Apple. Whats new for 1.3

AddFileView

- Support for MOV/M4V/MP4/MP3 files

- support for thefilelocker.com cloud service

DisplayFileView

- movie file play

Download from our cloud server

The most important part in the “Cloud Service”. This basically means that if you need to get a file into File Locker then upload to our server, where you’ll be given an anonymous short url like “jk3er.jpg” that you enter into the relevant screen in the app and the file will be downloaded to your device and removed from the server.
This is a new feature that will lead to other options in the new future. More information when details are finalised.

If you haven’t got The File Locker go get it.

File Locker Free gets an update as well. In the new version of our free app you’ll get the create and edit text file feature. This is very handy to create those lists of things you want but not allow anyone to be able to see. These updates are only a few weeks away.

Well what can you do, obviously can please everyone, so I felt I had to respond to the review here as there was no other way to contact this person, the itunes name was “jmanfish”

Their review unedited below.

first off, the “Support” link in the app page is misleading – it goes into the author’s blog. all the comments there are CLOSED. that means no feedback, no way of asking questions.

second, you can NOT DELETE files once they’re in the application.

third, once you move files into the application, they STILL STAY in the original location (copies are made in the app.).

fourth, if you try moving files into the application, you have to rename them each and every time. there is no original name keeping, if you do not rename files they’ll show in the app w/ blank name and only the extension.

perhaps I’m thick, but I have found no instructions, there is no menu in the app, no accurate description before buying, I want my money back, sorry.

Now I’ll post it again with my response in green

first off, the “Support” link in the app page is misleading – it goes into the author’s blog. all the comments there are CLOSED. that means no feedback, no way of asking questions.

FL Response [ Yes the link goes to the website for the app, well this site, where I have commentary, information and updates for the app. There are some posts which have comments turned of and other have comments on, some posts I don't feel require comments. On the site on the right hand side is the Contact Us link which is there for anyone to leave feed back and ask questions, which works fine for the requests I've had. ]

second, you can NOT DELETE files once they’re in the application.

FL Response [ As is common with a lot of table based applications when you swipe from left to right the edit function is activated and you can delete the file, admitted this is not clearly mentioned and I'll work out a way to make this feature more obvious ]

third, once you move files into the application, they STILL STAY in the original location (copies are made in the app.).

FL Response [ I believe you are responsible for deleting the original file, that would be your choice ]

fourth, if you try moving files into the application, you have to rename them each and every time. there is no original name keeping, if you do not rename files they’ll show in the app w/ blank name and only the extension.

FL Response [ I give the option to name the file as you like. I'll add a test to see if the user entered filename is empty and the use the original name as the file name, this will be added in an upcoming release ]

perhaps I’m thick, but I have found no instructions, there is no menu in the app, no accurate description before buying, I want my money back, sorry.

Fl Response [ I believe there is a fair bit of information on this site, I guess I could add a FAQ or a how to page, which I may do, however there is a lot of info here, update information future release info and more, but if you would like to know more use the contact form and let me know. As for the refund, if the reviewer sends me their address I'll send a $1 back to you. ]

Can’t please everyone, and the application is selling and by the look of the other reviews not to bad either. I update this application frequently and improve what I can when I can. I’ve implemented and will implement other suggestions from users. All I can say to “jmanfish” is thanks for taking the time to post your review, i’ll take what you say in good faith.

Recieved notification today (17th Oct 2009) that File Locker 1.2 is ready for sale.

Create Text File

What’s new in 1.2 some minor changes under the hood and the following additions

- Added Pinch and Zoom for images

- Added Create and edit text files in app.

This will allow you to add new text documents or edit text documents.

On top of these there is a new icon.

More updates planned and being worked on, include support for mp3 and video. More information will be available when these releases are done.

Let me know if you have some worthwhile suggestions to improve the app or feature requests.

If you don’t have File Locker go get it.

Get File Locker from iTuenes App Store

The final touches were made to File Locker 1.2 over the weekend. The update was submitted to Apple App store on Monday. So if the last updates timing is any indication I expect the update to be approved an approx. seven (7) days. What’s new in 1.2 some minor changes under the hood and the following additions

- Added Pinch and Zoom for images

- Added Create and edit text files in app.

This will allow you to add new text documents or edit text documents.

On top of these there is a new icon.

Create Text File

There are more reviews filtering through the App Store system, some good and some bad. I know you can’t please everyone…

Here’s a not so good 1 translated from German thats to Google Translate.

German Original

Habe mir mehr erhofft von der Freeversion. File Locker Free kann nur Bilder “verschließen” nichtmal url s oder videos. Die mit der App gespeicherten dateien sind auch nur mit der kompletten deinstallation des apps wieder zu löschen. Dafür gibts nur einen Stern.

Google Translation

I had hoped for more from the free version. Free File Locker can be sealed only pictures not even the url or videos. The files are stored with the app only with the complete uninstallation of apps to delete it. Dafür gibts only one star.

And here are some good ones from users…

USA

If you want a basic password-protected folder then this is your ap. Thnx. Wish there is an option to return the file to it’s original folder if u change ur mind. It would have garnered 5 stars if it is included in the files one can browse from when looking to attach a pic to an email or text. 5 stars

USA

It works great, but there are two things I would like to see. One, the ability to delete files in the locker, and two, the ability to move pictures back into the camera roll. After that, I think it will be a great app. 4 stars

Comment:[ delete is operation just need to swipe on the file to delete and tap delete when the button appears, I think I need to show this some how]

USA

I would like a landscape mode when viewing pictures and the ability to zoom in. Some pictures of mine have small text, or need to be zoomed to see what’s going on. Love the interface and everything else though. 4 stars

Thanks to all who have left reviews, I wish others would do the same. I am currently working on an update it will be out soon that will have some of the requests from the reviews.

I was a little surprised when the app was approved by Apple in 7 days, that was the start, and then today the first full day of sale for

File locker free now on the app store

the app yielded a total of 490 downloads “WOW Amazing”.. Ok I realise that for some thats not a lot but it was way better than I expected, and seriously a lot more than the Paid for version of the same App… I’m going to be interest to see how the downloads work or the next weeks or so. I’ll repost some more stats at that point. Needles to say I’m very happy with the result. As a side benefit more people know about the app and more sales of the full version have followed.

What’s next… Well updates of course. I’m working on a few for the 1.2 version of the app I hope to have out in the next week.  Oh and increase the daily use of the app for everyone by making it better of course and find some more ad networks for the free version, with the help of the people at www.mobclix.com.

I guess most of all I’d love to hear some feedback, so if you use File Locker or File Locker Free please leave a comment and or suggestions. Oh and thanks for downloading the app..

Have just been notified that the free version of File Locker is now ready for sale.

File locker free now on the app store get it now!

I’m hoping that this version will help promote the Paid version of File Locker.

I’ll put my stats up here when I get something solid.

Here’s some info

A version of File Locker has been changed slightly and is now awaiting approval for release. There are a number of differences between the free version and the paid version, these include an advertising banner at the top of the file list. For the in application advertising, we are using Mobclix as they offer a great variety of advertisers specifically for the mobile market. 

There are also some minor functionality changes to differnciate free from paid, including removal of ‘Email this File’ and some file formats not supported. However if you would prefer to have all the functionality and no ads the full version is only .99c on the US store. 

grab of copy of File Locker Get it here…..